healthy Archives - Hostess At Heart Making memories one recipe at a time Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:21:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 How to Roast Broccoli in the Oven (Easy & Crispy!) https://hostessatheart.com/roasted-broccoli/ https://hostessatheart.com/roasted-broccoli/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:59:57 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=169743 If you’ve ever wondered how to roast broccoli in the oven and get those gorgeous crispy edges, you’re in the right place. This oven roasted broccoli recipe is honestly one of my all-time favorites. It’s simple, fast, and the flavor is out of this world. Our recipe adds the brightness of lemon to lightly seasoned...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/turkey-sloppy-joes/feed/ 35 Easy Blackened Shrimp Recipe (Ready in 10 Minutes!) https://hostessatheart.com/blackened-shrimp/ https://hostessatheart.com/blackened-shrimp/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:00:28 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=99737 Blackened shrimp is one of those recipes that sounds fancy but is secretly SO easy. A quick coat of bold Cajun-inspired spices, a few minutes in the oven (or the air fryer!), and you’ve got a dish that works as an appetizer, a taco filling, a salad topper, or just a straight-up weeknight dinner. These...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/blackened-shrimp/feed/ 23 Simple Mongolian Beef Stir Fry Recipe https://hostessatheart.com/mongolian-beef-stir-fry/ https://hostessatheart.com/mongolian-beef-stir-fry/#comments Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:52:11 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=738 One of our favorite things to enjoy together as a family for dinner is this deeply satisfying Mongolian Beef Stir Fry. The quality of ingredients and flavor is better than takeout and fully satisfies our craving for yummy Asian food. Do you ever leave Asian restaurants feeling nauseous or bloated? We love Asian food but...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/mongolian-beef-stir-fry/feed/ 13 Simple Mushroom Farro Recipe (Stovetop) https://hostessatheart.com/farro-with-mushrooms/ https://hostessatheart.com/farro-with-mushrooms/#comments Mon, 07 Oct 2024 16:37:24 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=94322 Earthy mushrooms and nutty farro come together in this hearty, wholesome dish that’s both comforting and delicious. Our simple Mushroom Farro recipe is perfect for cozy dinners, it’s packed with flavor and simple to make! When I cook, I like to use simple, unprocessed ingredients, when possible. I think if I eat well most of...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/farro-with-mushrooms/feed/ 48 Easy Fresh Apple Banana Bread (Healthier Recipe) https://hostessatheart.com/apple-harvest-banana-bread/ https://hostessatheart.com/apple-harvest-banana-bread/#comments Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:09:31 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=93505 Our Fresh Apple Banana Bread recipe is easy to make. It’s a healthier option than many of the banana bread recipes you’ll find. We’ve added whole grains using whole wheat flour to our dairy-free recipe, reduced the amount of refined sugar with maple syrup, and fresh apples replaced the oil and butter. This delicious easy...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/apple-harvest-banana-bread/feed/ 61 Easy Homemade Chicken Gyro Recipe (Healthy Options) https://hostessatheart.com/chicken-gyro-recipe/ https://hostessatheart.com/chicken-gyro-recipe/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:09:30 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=93647 One of my favorite Greek restaurant meals is shaved and seasoned meat called Gyro used to make sandwiches on pita bread. Imagine my delight when I learned that you can make chicken with the same flavors at home. Quick and delicious, our homemade Easy Chicken Gyro Recipe comes together in minutes. While slow-cooked Greek gyro...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/chicken-gyro-recipe/feed/ 65 Organic Honey Whole Grain Bread Recipe https://hostessatheart.com/whole-grain-bread-recipe/ https://hostessatheart.com/whole-grain-bread-recipe/#comments Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:00:23 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=97584 This Whole Grain Bread Recipe makes a deliciously soft and tender loaf with a sweet nutty flavor. It makes the Best Whole Grain Bread and is easy to pull off. An organic bread recipe, it’s one you’ll feel good about feeding to your family. Whether you just want to eat a little better or want...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/whole-grain-bread-recipe/feed/ 89 Honey Balsamic Chicken Sandwich Recipe https://hostessatheart.com/balsamic-chicken-sandwich/ https://hostessatheart.com/balsamic-chicken-sandwich/#comments Sun, 24 Jul 2022 20:30:00 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=92906 This Balsamic Chicken Sandwich combines a sweet balsamic glazed chicken breast, avocado, and tomato, all piled high on a tasty bun. This recipe was originally posted on May 21, 2015, so it was time for an update. Photos have been replaced and detailed instructions have been updated. No changes were made to the recipe. Grilled...

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]]> https://hostessatheart.com/balsamic-chicken-sandwich/feed/ 85 Lemon Orzo Asparagus Salad with Feta Recipe https://hostessatheart.com/asparagus-orzo-salad/ https://hostessatheart.com/asparagus-orzo-salad/#comments Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:17:15 +0000 https://hostessatheart.com/?p=92993 Our beautiful Lemon Orzo Asparagus Salad Recipe is made with whole-grain orzo, fresh lemon, crisp asparagus, and feta. Easy to throw together and elegant on the palate, it’s a savory summer lunch or side dish everyone loves. Growing up, my dad owned the town tavern. He was gone most of my day and only had...

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